Hairspray: Welcome to the 60s
Hairspray is a musical that premiered on Broadway in 2002, based on John Waters’ 1988 film of the same name. Hairspray was a vibrant celebration of music, dance, and the fight for social equality, set in the early 1960s. Among its standout performances were the Tony-winning actress and singer Marissa Jaret Winokur as Tracy Turnblad and Broadway actress and singer Kerry Butler as Penny Pingleton, who captivated audiences with their exceptional talent and charisma. Together, Marissa Jaret Winokur and Kerry Butler’s performances were instrumental in launching Hairspray to critical acclaim and commercial success, leaving a lasting impact on Broadway and its fans. Their combined talents helped convey the show’s central messages of acceptance, love, and the celebration of diversity, making it a landmark production in theater history.
The VIP Experience with Marissa Jaret Winokur and Kerry Butler
The Florida Academy of Performing Arts is thrilled to announce a special VIP Experience featuring Marissa Jaret Winokur and Kerry Butler. This exclusive event aims to raise funds for FAOPA while giving fans a unique opportunity to meet and interact with these talented performers. There are two levels of participation, each offering a distinct experience:
Level One: The Total VIP Experience $60 per person/$40 per additional family member (not friends)
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- Meet and Greet with Marissa Jaret Winokur and Kerry Butler
- autographed Hairspray poster
- personal photo
- attendance to a Q&A session
- concert
- dance
- food
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Level Two: The Welcome to the 60s Dance and Concert $40 per person/$30 per additional family member (not friends)
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- Welcome to the 60s dance
- food
- concert
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Marissa Jaret Winokur is known for her Tony Award-winning Broadway performance in Hairspray along with starring in Grease. She also has credits in various films and TV shows, including American Beauty, Never Been Kissed, Fever Pitch, A Million Little Things, Dharma & Greg, Curb Your Enthusiasm, and more.
Kerry Butler is known originating the roles of Penny Pingleton in Hairspray, Barbara Maitland in Beetlejuice, and Clio/Kira in Xanadu. Xanadu earning her a Tony Award nomination for Best Performance by a Leading Actress in a Musical. She has been in Little Shop of Horrors, Catch Me If You Can, Mean Girls, Rock of Ages, Beauty and the Beast, and Les Miserables to name a few. Butler has been on TV shows such as, 30 Rock, The Mindy Project, Law & Order, Gilmore Girls, Blue Bloods, and many more.